DENTAL HYGIENIST
Company: CENTRAL VIRGINIA HEALTH SERV
Location: Prince George
Posted on: October 31, 2024
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Job Description:
Patient screening procedures, such as assessment of oral health
conditions, review of the health history, oral cancer screening,
head and neck inspection, dental charting and taking blood pressure
and pulse. Taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays).
Removing calculus and plaque (hard and soft deposits) from all
surfaces of the teeth. Applying preventive materials to the teeth
(e.g., sealants and fluorides). Teaching patient's appropriate oral
hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (e.g., tooth brushing,
flossing and nutritional counseling) counseling patients about good
nutrition and its impact on oral health. Making impressions of
patients' teeth for study casts (models of teeth used by dentists
to evaluate patient treatment needs) Performing documentation and
office management activities. Associate degree from an accredited
hygiene program. State hygiene license Current CPR certification
Ability to use an x-ray machine. Excellent salary and benefit
package.
Keywords: CENTRAL VIRGINIA HEALTH SERV, Suffolk , DENTAL HYGIENIST, Healthcare , Prince George, Virginia
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